Easy Beef and Broccoli

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INGREDIENTS:

• 2 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch, divided
• 1/4 tsp table salt
• 3/4 pound(s) uncooked lean trimmed sirloin beef, thinly sliced against the grain
• 2 tsp canola oil
• 1 cup(s) reduced-sodium beef broth, divided
• 5 cup(s) uncooked broccoli, florets (about a 12 oz bag)
• 1 Tbsp ginger root, fresh, minced
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, or to taste
• 1/4 cup(s) water
• 1/4 cup(s) low sodium soy sauce

INSTRUCTIONS

1. On a plate, combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch and salt; add beef and toss to coat.
2. Heat oil in a large nonstick wok or large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and stir-fry until lightly browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes; transfer to a bowl with a slotted spoon.
3. Add 1/2 cup broth to same pan; stir to loosen any bits on food on bottom of pan. Add broccoli; cover and cook, tossing occasionally and sprinkling with a tablespoon water if needed, until broccoli is almost crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Uncover pan and add ginger, garlic and red pepper flakes; stir-fry until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. In a cup, stir together water, soy sauce, remaining 1/2 cup broth and remaining 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch until blended; stir into pan. Reduce heat to medium-low and bring to a simmer; simmer until slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
5. Return beef and accumulated juices to pan; toss to coat. Serve. Yields about 1 1/4 cups per serving.

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